Gym Rules & Code of Conduct
Our mission: to create a safe, respectful, disciplined and supportive training environment where everyone can improve their fitness, confidence and martial arts skills.
1. Respect & Behaviour
- Treat all coaches, members, staff and visitors with respect.
- Bullying, harassment, discrimination, threats and abusive language will not be tolerated.
- No fighting, intimidation or aggressive behaviour outside supervised training.
- Follow coaches' instructions at all times.
- Show good sportsmanship, discipline and respect to everyone, regardless of experience or ability.
2. Training & Safety
- Always warm up properly before training.
- Follow all safety instructions and training drills.
- Use appropriate protective equipment when required.
- Sparring is only permitted with coach approval and under the gym's rules.
- No excessive force, uncontrolled techniques or intentional injury to training partners.
- Stop immediately when a coach or training partner tells you to stop.
- Inform a coach immediately if you feel unwell or sustain an injury.
- Never train while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
3. Hygiene & Equipment
- Wear clean, suitable training clothing and keep yourself hygienic.
- Keep fingernails and toenails short.
- Remove jewellery before training.
- Bring your own water bottle, towel and required protective equipment.
- Clean and put away all equipment after use.
- Keep the gym clean and dispose of rubbish responsibly.
4. Attendance & Punctuality
- Arrive on time and be ready to train.
- Inform the gym if you cannot attend a booked session.
- Do not interrupt a class already in progress.
- Follow the coach's instructions regarding late arrival, class participation and leaving early.
- Respect other members' training time and personal space.
5. Respect for Training Partners
- Train at an appropriate level for your experience and ability.
- Do not deliberately injure, humiliate or exploit another member.
- Tap early and release immediately when a training partner taps or signals to stop.
- Respect personal boundaries and never force someone to spar.
- Beginners must follow coaching guidance before participating in contact training.
6. Children & Young Members
- Under-18s must provide the required parent or guardian consent.
- Young members must follow the same respect and safety standards as everyone else.
- Parents and guardians must respect coaches, staff and other members.
- Report any safeguarding concern to the appropriate responsible person.
7. Gym Property & Personal Belongings
- Treat gym equipment, facilities and other people's belongings with care.
- Do not use equipment without permission or appropriate instruction.
- Report damaged equipment, hazards or unsafe conditions to a coach.
- MMA Factory is not responsible for unattended personal belongings, subject to applicable law.
8. Photography & Social Media
- Do not photograph, film or post other members without their permission.
- Respect everyone's privacy and personal boundaries.
- Follow the gym's photography, filming and social media policy.
9. Health & Personal Responsibility
- Tell the coach about any relevant injury, illness or physical limitation that may affect safe participation.
- Train within your own ability and do not ignore pain or warning signs.
- Keep emergency contact details up to date.
- Follow all reasonable health, safety and emergency instructions.
10. Breaches of the Rules
Failure to follow this code may result in:
- A verbal warning.
- Removal from a training session.
- Temporary suspension from training.
- Membership suspension or termination for serious or repeated breaches, following the gym's procedures and applicable terms.
Serious misconduct, violence, bullying or deliberate unsafe behaviour may result in immediate removal from a session while the incident is reviewed.